4 EDUCATION 11 MAY 2018

BIALIK COLLEGE What makes Bialik different? Sholem students shine S a college that specialises NE way of articulating Ain preschool and primary OBialik’s very strong Jewish school education, Sholem ethos is with the statement: is often asked the question, “How “We don’t preach, we teach.” do your students fare once they A core value of Bialik College leave the supportive and nurturing is to respect individual choice environment of Sholem and of expression when it comes to move into the more demanding Jewish identity. The teaching realms of high school?” And the is expansive and inclusive, overwhelming answer is: “They demonstrating to students the absolutely thrive!” rich mosaic of our Jewish tradition Detailed investigation recently Sholem student, Blake Golden. that encompasses ideologies and showed that out of the class of Sholem students find their places practices across the full spectrum 2017, approximately 25 per cent with confidence and ease. they have of mainstream Judaism – from received scholarships in the areas Orthodox to Progressive, and of academia, music and sports. gone on to become school captains, from secular to Conservative. Additionally, students were frequently audition and win roles Students are empowered from a accepted into a select entry zoned in high school musicals where the knowledgeable base, to choose public school (from out of zone), competition for places is tight, how to express themselves and a select entry accelerated and take part in school life with according to their own individual learning (SEAL) program and a enthusiasm, fully embracing extra- preferences, and those of their Yom Ha’atzmaut at Bialik. content and language integrated curricular activities and sporting pursuits. families. And it means that when there about learning to run a business, learning (CLIL) program at public When asked for the reasons In a practical sense, this is debate about , while designing apps, or constructing schools. behind the success of Sholem translates into students being the school’s proud and robots and drones through These fantastic achievements are students in high school, principal given the choice of which support is unwavering, debate is to using dogs as a conduit of by no means a one-off occurrence. siddur they would like to receive Helen Greenberg observed, “There openly encouraged and tolerated. learning in the ELC and primary Over 20 per cent of students in in honour of their bat or bar the class of 2016 were awarded is no single factor. As a smaller Bialik’s healthy approach to school, the College is quick to school where every child is well mitzvah. It means that the respond to new approaches and scholarships in academia and music. Judaism best reflects the plurality known, nurtured and cared for, our school’s canteen is fully kosher ideas. While the above list of highlights of our thriving and dynamic children develop a love of learning to accommodate everyone, but But perhaps the area in which showcases exceptional academic Jewish community. that we believe stays with them for students’ private lunches are Bialik shines best, is the family results, this is no surprise given not “policed”. It means tefillot Academically, Bialik also leads a lifetime. atmosphere and care that Sholem’s standing as a top ranking (prayers) are taught throughout the field not only in consistently “Our students learn values that, permeates the environment of the Jewish primary school, in terms of the primary and middle schools, outstanding VCE results – top as our motto suggests, help to school. academic success. It is important to from birchat hamazon to Shema five in the State for 20 of the also see the broader picture. Many make them ‘mentshen’ that take and from the Shabbat service to last 21 years – but in innovative Bialik is holding an information Sholem students enter high schools their places with pride as vibrant Rosh Chodesh, but in the senior and cutting-edge programs that evening on Tuesday, May 15 where a single year level alone can and committed members of any school, services are optional and stimulate and engage students at 7.30pm. RSVP essential: have over 200 children, yet the community.” are led by students for students. in myriads of ways. Whether it’s [email protected]

Newly renovated play spaces

refurbished Crèche rooms multi-purpose play zones undercover decking water features musical garden

Bee youryour bebest.st.

THE EMPLOYMENT CENTRE

EXPERIENCE the Yavneh difference CAREERS COUNSELLING Do you need some help making career and study decisions?

Careers Counselling at The Employment Centre can help people Enrolments now open for 2019 of all ages to: Come and experience our newly renovated • Identify study options based on interests and passions Early Learning Centre, catering for ages 12 months+ • Make decisions about how to best utilise tertiary qualifications for Crèche, Junior and Senior Kindergartens. • Set goals to support career development and job seeking Book a tour of the ELC today 8317 2510 or email elcoffi[email protected] • Explore how to build a career based on strengths and experience • Make informed decisions about career change

For enquiries and appointments, contact The Employment Centre yavneh.vic.edu.au Living Judaism today. For tomorrow. on 8517 5999 or [email protected]